Shop online Elia, the vegan winterly mid-calf boots made with Apple Leather, material made from the recycling of the residues provenient from the industrial production of apple juice, a sustainable and cruelty-free innovative alternative to leather
These vegan boots are very resistant and conceived to last and comfort in colder days. Their design shows a casual look suitable for several kinds of clothes in countless occasions.
Made with hypoallergenic and free from environmental toxins, they feature a warm lining, similar to shearling made of organic cotton that is breathable to avoid foot sweat and suffocation. They are antibacterial, helping to prevent the development of odors and are moisture-wicking. The padded insole provides arch support, making them a flexible model that you can wear without worrying about blisters.
Carefully made with sustainable materials and manufacturing process, in a fair work environment
Care instructions:
Clean your shoes using a soaked cloth and soapy water.
Let the shoes air dry before applying polish cream.
Apply a small amount of polish cream using a dry, soft cloth and rub sparingly over the textile in a circular motion.
After the application, leave the shoes to dry naturally for 24 hours away from direct sunlight.
Please note: Do not put the product in the washing machine and never fully submerge the product as this could cause irreversible damage.
Material and composition:
Upper: Upper: Apple Leather crafted with recycled fibers toke from the wasting disposable leftovers, provenient from the residue of the apple juice industry
Lining / Inner: Organic cotton GOTS certified, shearling effect
Insole: EVA padded lined with microfiber. Hypoallergenical, antibacterial, antimicrobial, breathable and moisture wicking, healthy safe material, free from dangerous environmental toxins
Outsole: Slip resistant ridged and lasting gum rubber
Heel height: 4 cm | 1.6 in
Platform height: 2.5 cm | 1 in
Heel Type: Block
Closure - Fastening: Lace-Up and Zip-Up. Recycled polyester laces, and D-rings eyelets and zipper made with nickel-free metal
Material Composition: 100% Vegan - 0% Animal Exploitation
Water resistant, breathable, environmental-healthy, antimicrobial, antibacterial and hypoallergenic.
Features:
Adjustable, Lined, Lightweight, Breathable, Cushioned, Arch Support, Padded, Moisture Wicking, Hypoallergenic, Antimicrobial, Vegan, Sustainable, Slow Fashion, Trendy, Smart, Minimalist
Lifespan:
At the end of the product's lifespan (beyond repair), or when you no longer need the product, you can give it another destiny. You could consider using the product to fulfill a different purpose or even donate it.
Apple Leather
AppleSkin is a highly sustainable material produced from the waste of the apple juice industry. Ethically made in Italy, this emission lowering material is practical beyond belief, endlessly versatile, and gorgeous to look at. A zero impact material, the bio-based leather alternative saves 5.28KG of CO2 for every KG of apple residue used instead of raw chemical materials. Choose the environment, choose AppleSkin. Find some models here.
Organic cotton is grown without harmful chemicals and it uses around 46% less water when compared to conventional cotton, protecting the ecosystem, reducing wastage of water and ensuring a safer working environment for the farmers and manufacturers.
Did you know that conventional cotton cultivation is the culprit in the use of one quarter of the insecticides all over the world?
And if we add the production process of fiber they account together for 10% of our planet’s total pollution?
And did you know that conventional cotton cultivation is one of the main water consumers?
The ethical alternative is the use of organic cotton.
No chemicals or synthetics are used in the cultivation and production process and the water used for growing the plant is only rain water.
Thus, this fabric becomes completely natural, sustainable and biodegradable.
The cotton which we work with has its origins in Brazil, it is coloring agent and toxic free, it is hypoallergenic and ideal for people with skin problems and who suffer from multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS).
The health of the 150 farmers that work at the company is assured by labor certifications and by the project OCCGuarantee.
This project supports workers and entire families with the aim of generating local wealth, without intermediaries and without exploitation.
The farmers own their land and see their autonomy and stability assured.
–Eco-Friendly, Animal-Friendly.
We make sure our products have no animal exploitation and that are also ecological.
We believe in an ethical consumption that can really make a difference.
–Made in Portugal.
Nae is a Portuguese shoes brand with a vegan philosophy that cares about the environment sustainability nae works with materials such as cork and another ecological microfibers, instead of leather.
Why vegan shoes? Why not?
We want to be an alternative for those who are looking for Portuguese and design shoes, that also presents a responsibility to our planet.
NAE Vegan Shoes
We are a Portuguese retail company that sells shoes for all over the world.
With every pair we want to share our ideal of an ecologic and animal-friendly society.
We have more than 15 years of experience providing good quality designer shoes with an ethical side.